#HealthBytes: 5 exercises that help eliminate chest fat
Chest fat can often be embarrassing for men. It is important to understand that flabby chests in men are primarily caused by excess fat and underdeveloped muscles. Getting rid of chest fat is not that easy, but it can be reduced with a proper diet plan and exercise regimen. Here are five useful exercises to help you deal with chest fat.
Dumbbell Pullover
To perform a dumbbell pullover, lie flat on your back on a flat bench. Hold a dumbbell above your chest, with your elbows slightly bent. Then, slowly lower the dumbbell back over your head. Make sure to do this slowly so that you feel the stretch. Aim for three sets with 10-12 repetitions in each set. Perform this exercise three times a week.
Incline Bench Dumbbell Press Workout
Position yourself on an incline bench. Hold two medium-weight dumbbells. Next, push the dumbbells upward in a sudden motion so that you feel the pressure in your upper chest. Bring them down slowly. Aim for three sets initially with 10-12 repetitions in each set. Perform this exercise three times every week.
Incline Barbell Bench Press
After positioning yourself on an incline bench, hold a barbell, and press it upward in an explosive motion so that you feel the pressure in your upper chest. Then bring it down. Aim for three sets with 10-12 repetitions. Perform this exercise thrice a week. In the initial days, you are advised to go slow and perform under proper supervision.
Smith Machine Incline Bench Press
Take an adjustable bench and place it under the Smith machine. Hold the barbell with your hands slightly wider than shoulder width. Slowly lower the barbell toward your chest. Then push the bar upward in an explosive fashion. Aim for three sets with 10-12 repetitions in each. Perform this exercise three times a week.
Decline Push-ups
This is quite similar to your regular push-up, just that your legs will be placed on a raised platform/surface. Perform the push-ups with your hands wider than shoulder width. Aim for about three sets initially, with 10-12 repetitions in each set. Perform this exercise thrice a week to lose chest fat.
